Job Title - Cinematographer

Location - Shimla, Himachal Pradesh | On Site

Type - Full-Time Employment

Start Date - Immediate

Experience - 4 - 6 years

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled and creative Cinematographer to take ownership of video production at Shala Gurukulam. You’ll work across brand films, social media content, retreats, events, and on-ground experiences, bringing our stories and visual identity to life.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate Sony or Nikon mirrorless camera systems across different shoot formats.
- Plan and execute shoots from creative brief to final footage.
- Shoot in S-Log2/S-Log3 with a robust understanding of exposure, dynamic range, and colour.
- Select appropriate lenses, framing, lighting, and camera movement for different storytelling requirements.
- Capture high-quality footage and B-roll for social media, brand films, and long-form content.
- Work closely with the creative and editing teams to ensure footage meets post-production requirements.
- Manage, organise, and maintain camera equipment and footage.

You’re a Great Fit If You:

- Have 4 - 6 years of professional cinematography experience.
- Are proficient with Sony or Nikon mirrorless cameras.




- Have strong knowledge of S-Log2/S-Log3, exposure, lenses, and colour workflows.
- Have a strong eye for composition, lighting, movement, and visual storytelling.
- Are proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Have knowledge of DaVinci Resolve and/or After Effects, a plus.
- Have a strong portfolio/reel demonstrating narrative, brand, lifestyle, or documentary work.
- Are comfortable working independently and taking ownership of shoots.
- Are willing to relocate to and work on-site in Shimla.

Nice to Have

- Own camera, lenses, gimbal, lighting, or other shooting equipment.
- Experience with colour grading in DaVinci Resolve.
- Experience shooting brand films, documentaries, retreats, wellness, or hospitality content.

What You’ll Get

- Full-time on-site role at Shala Gurukulam, Shimla.
- Creative ownership over the visual storytelling of the brand.
- Opportunity to work across films, social media, retreats, and unique on-ground experiences.
- Work closely with the founder and creative team.
- Opportunity to build a strong portfolio of meaningful visual work.

📌 Cinematographer (India)
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